At NextPath Continuous Learning (part of the Mater Dei Organisation), we empower and support individuals with an intellectual disability to meet their self-directed goals. We collaborate with the individual and their family/supporters to teach them recent skills and assist them at workplaces or other places in the community.
An chance is available for Program (Disability) Support Workers to join our agile team. In this role you will work hands on with program participants to implement their daily programs and help them reach their goals. We are all about building capacity, rather than doing “for” our program participants.
KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Individualised community-based support
Working with participants to develop independence and daily living skills
Assist with medications and other duties as specified as per the participant support plan
Maintain participant records to ensure consistent and quality care
Actively contribute to a team environment through open communication, participation in regular staff meetings, planning and reviews
Display a client focused and person-centred manner
Transporting participants,
both to-and-from home and our Service as well as within the community
SELECTION CRITERIA
A solid belief in the right of all people to determine the path their life takes
A demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
Sound verbal and written communication skills
A sound understanding of your legislative obligations to ensure that people with a disability are not treated less favourably than a person without a disability, in the same or similar circumstances
High standards of ethical and professional behaviour
A valid WWCC or willingness to obtain as part of the employment process
A current NDIS Worker Screening Check or willingness to obtain as part of the employment process
NSW Full Drivers license
Full comprehensive vehicle insurance
Ability to be available for either morning (7am start) or afternoon (5:30pm finish) shifts
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Own car and current driver’s licence – essential (green provisional licence as a minimum)
Capacity to work outside normal hours if required
A current first aid and CPR certificate or willingness to obtain
📌 Program Support Workers Casual Camden
🏢 Mater Dei
📍 Camden
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